Tag: emotional growth
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I Chose to Be the Father My Son Needed, Not the One I Was Taught to Be
Get Pregnant Fast When I reflect on my own upbringing, it’s clear that my father was emotionally distant and often uncommunicative. He rarely engaged with my brother and me, preferring to remain closed off and grouchy. Growing up under the shadow of an abusive father, he built a protective shell around himself—one that I found…
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How I Learned to Let Go of My Inner Control Freak
Get Pregnant Fast At best, I’m a messy housekeeper. It wasn’t always this way. Before I married my partner and became a mother, my home was immaculate—every surface gleamed with order. There were no family photos or trinkets cluttering the space; my bed was always made, books were neatly shelved, and all my paperwork was…
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Nurturing New Roots with My Partner’s Children
Get Pregnant Fast The journey began with a subtle discomfort that escalated into an intense throbbing in my head. Despite trying everything from medication to rest, the pain persisted. I found myself in Dr. Stevens’ office, his expression mirroring the sorrow I felt when I lost my childhood pet. “I regret to inform you that…
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Navigating Tweenhood: A Parent’s Guide to Teaching Responsibility
Get Pregnant Fast You remember that moment all too well: you begged to take a quick stroll to the local ice cream shop with your younger sibling in the cozy beach town where we were vacationing. “I’m 12 now, Mom,” you implored, “almost 13. Please?” After some back-and-forth with your father, we decided to let…
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How Raising a Shy Son Helped Me Navigate My Own Shyness
Get Pregnant Fast I’ve often been told that I come off as cold or aloof, but I see myself differently. I identify as shy—not rude or standoffish, just reserved and introverted. I’ve pondered the roots of my shyness, especially since I grew up in a home filled with outgoing, social butterflies. My parents thrived in…
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To My Firstborn: A Letter from Mom
Get Pregnant Fast Dear Child, Let’s start with a little heads-up: this might sound a touch sentimental. If you’re reading this now, I can imagine you rolling your eyes and shifting the topic to your favorite video games. But sometimes, a mother feels compelled to pen a letter to her child—a letter meant to be…
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The Best Choice I Made Today: Ignoring My Toddler
Get Pregnant Fast The most beneficial decision I made today was to ignore my little boy. Yes, it’s true that at just two years old, he relies on me for meals, getting dressed, and even using the bathroom. While I am his primary caregiver, today I opted to step back. Before you rush to label…
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Lessons I Learned After Losing My Father
Get Pregnant Fast The last time I heard my dad’s voice, it was a mix-up—he called me while trying to reach my aunt after arriving at a bus stop in New Mexico. Our conversation was brief; I shared about my new job, and I asked if he’d swing by to see us on his way…
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I Became a Better Parent When I Stopped Trying to ‘Fix’ My Kids
Get Pregnant Fast Not too long ago, I decided to embark on a little experiment with my children, ages 3 and 4. Lately, they had been throwing tantrums, screaming, and generally testing my patience. As a natural “fixer,” I often find myself wanting to mend what seems broken. I approached their behavior as a challenge,…
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When Love Falls Short: Navigating the End of My Soulmate Relationship
Get Pregnant Fast Last Saturday, my partner made a significant announcement that stirred many emotions. In recent weeks, I’ve received numerous inquiries about our situation, especially following that day. I appreciate the curiosity; it provides me a platform to express thoughts and feelings that often need addressing. For the past four or five years, I’ve…